Smashed Rutabagas and Turnips With Parmesan Cheese

Using a very sharp knife, cut a small slice off one side of rutabaga. Rest rutabaga on the sliced side for stability. Holding rutabaga firmly with a dish towel, cut into several slices using a rocking motion with rutabaga and knife. Peel slices using a potato peeler or sharp paring knife. Chop to desired size.

Using a very sharp knife, cut a small slice off one side of rutabaga. Rest rutabaga on the sliced side for stability. Holding rutabaga firmly with a dish towel, cut into several slices using a rocking motion with rutabaga and knife. Peel slices using a potato peeler or sharp paring knife. Chop to desired size.

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Ingredients

1 pound rutabagas, peeled and chopped

1 teaspoon salt

6 cups water

1 1/2 pounds turnips, peeled and chopped

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

6 tablespoons butter

1/2 cup whipping cream

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)

How to Make It

Step 1

Combine rutabagas, 1 tsp. salt, and 6 cups water in a large Dutch oven; bring to a boil, and cook 25 minutes. Add turnips, and cook 20 more minutes or until vegetables are tender; drain.

Step 2

Combine vegetables, cheese, and next 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; mash with a potato masher (or beat at medium speed with an electric mixer) to desired consistency. Stir in bourbon, if desired.